2015 Polaris Sportsman Touring 850 SP Owners Manual - Page 26

SAFETY Safety Labels and Locations Passenger Warning/Discretionary Warning WARNING PASSENGER SAFETY To reduce the risk of SEVERE INJURY or DEATH NEVER CARRY MORE THAN ONE PASSENGER NEVER RIDE AFTER USING DRUGS OR ALCOHOL Passenger Warning NEVER carry a passenger too small to firmly Discretionary Warning plant feet on footrests and securely grasp hand holds. THE PASSENGER MUST ALWAYS: • use an approved helmet and protective gear • securely grasp hand holds and plant feet firmly on footrests while seated in the passenger seat • tell operator to slow down or stop if uncomfortable - get off and walk if conditions require WARNING • Never operate this ATV on HILLS steeper than 15 degrees 15°. To prevent overturn on hilly terrain, use throttle and brakes gradually, and shift weight uphill. • REVERSE operation can be dangerous even at low speeds. Steering becomes difficult. To prevent loss of control, avoid sudden braking or sharp turns. 7175845 Clutch Cover Warning WARNING • Moving parts hazard under belt-clutch guard. To prevent serious injury, do not operate vehicle with guard removed. • Do not modify engine or clutch. Doing so can cause part failure, possible imbalance, and excessive engine RPM, which can result in serious injury or death. 7175488 Hitch Capacity Label TRAILER MAX WEIGHT: 1500 LBS. (682 KG) ON LEVEL GROUND 850 LBS. (386 KG) UP TO 15° GRADE HITCH MAX. VERTICAL WEIGHT: 150 LBS. (68 KG) 7170509 24